HSE Specialist

Job ID: DH172324

Job Designation
The Health Safety and Environment Specialist provides expertise in the development, implementation and management of effective Safety, Health and Environment programs/systems. Routinely analyzes hazardous situations and identifies alternative courses of action.

Roles and Responsibilities

Job Core Responsibilities

• Works to develop, implement and maintain Health, Safety and Environmental programs/procedures
• Performs audits and safety inspections of work environments, processes and operations in compliance with government regulations and industry standards
• Ensures all applicable registrations, permits and licenses are in place and current; disposes of hazardous materials per regulations
• Leads the safety committees, analyzes hazardous situations and identifies alternative courses of action, while empowering members to achieve departmental safety goals and objectives
• Participates in developing and implementing training programs for employees
• Gathers data for the purpose of identifying, reducing, or eliminating sources of pollutants and/or hazards that affect the work environment and health of the employees
• Other responsibilities as assigned
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Education: Post-secondary degree in Occupational Safety and Health or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations
Years of Experience: 3-5 years relevant experience
Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of industry Health, Safety and Environment regulations/standards
• Solid knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets and hazardous waste disposal procedures
• Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize with changing situations
• Ability to solve complex problems and make decisions based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills to drive tasks to completion
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Environmental, Health and Safety: 5 years (Preferred)
• analyzing hazardous situations: 5 years (Preferred)
• developing and implemententing HSE programs & procedures: 5 years (Preferred)
• Material Safety Data Sheet: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location